The yellow warning for the southern half of Scotland and Northern Ireland says gusts of 60mph to 70mph are expected quite widely, with gusts of up to 80mph possible over high ground and around exposed coasts.

It warns of possible disruption to travel and some short-term loss of power and other services.

Coastal routes, seafronts and coastal communities are likely to be affected by spray or large waves.

Conditions will start to turn wet and blustery on Wednesday, especially across the north and north west of the UK, before the gales hit on Thursday.

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